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I have an airtight wood Earth Stove with an 8" chimney outlet. I have an existing 6" double wall S.S.chimney that I would like to use straight up from the stove . What negative affect will I have by reducing the 8 to 6?
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Hello Todd, by code NFPA you can not down size any solid flue. If you do it and you cause a fire or some one gets hurt authorities and Insurance companies will want to know who to blame, it could be criminal, or void your home owners insurance. Either replace the stove with a 6" or replace the pipe with an 8" all flue. Also check with your local building department they will say the same thing. Sorry
James
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James Ball
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I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more
Experience
over 22 years
Organizations
Chimney Safety Institute of America, National Chimney Sweep Guild
Education/Credentials
CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) certified
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